Hy-Phen: Side Effects, Overdose and Pregnancy Information

Hy-Phen is used for the relief of mild to moderately severe pain. Main ingredients in Hy-Phen are Hydrocodone Bitartrate and Acetaminophen. Hy-Phen combines a narcotic-analgesic (Hydrocodone Bitartrate) with a non-narcotic analgesic (Acetaminophen) which can also be used for reducing fever. Hy-Phen is usually given when Acetaminophen alone is not effective. However, Hy-Phen is not effective against Arthritis or other pain caused by inflammation.

Hy-Phen Side Effects

Side effect of Hy-Phen range from lightheadedness, nausea, vomiting, constipation, and shortness of breath to allergic reactions, anxiety, depression, mania, drowsiness, mood changes, and restlessness.

Hy-Phen Caution

Hy-Phen is habit forming.Use it exactly as prescribed by your physician. If you were addicted to narcotics or painkillers in the past, let your doctor know about it.

No one who had an allergic reaction to Hydrocodone or Acetaminophen (Paracetamol) or have adrenal, kidney, liver, or prostate disorder, should take this drug.

Hy-Phen can make you drowsy. Do not drive a vehicle or operate machinery until you know how Hy-Phen affects you.

If you ever had an head injury, stomach problems, or lung disease, discuss with your doctor before taking Hy-Phen.

If you are pregnant or nursing, let your doctor know about it before taking Hy-Phen.

Hy-Phen Interactions

Hydrocodone in Hy-Phen slows the nerve cell response. Alcohol will definitely enhance this effect.

Check with your physician before combining Hy-Phen with the anti-depressant, anti anxiety drugs. Cold medicines that has Antihistamines, tranquilizers, MAO inhibitors, other narcotic analgesics as well as herbal anti-depressant, St. John�s wort.

Hy-Phen and Pregnancy

High doses of Acetaminophen in Hy-Phen could be problematic during pregnancy.

Hy-Phen may pass into breast milk. Nursing mothers should switch to bottle-feed or wait at least 4-6 hours after their last dose.

Hy-Phen Doses

ADULTS

The usual dose is 1 or 2 tablets, taken every 4 to 6 hours as needed, up to a maximum of 8 tablets per day.
CHILDREN
Hy-Phen is not recommended for children.

Hy-Phen Overdose

Symptoms of Hy-Phen overdose include bluish skin, blood disorders, cold and clammy skin, extreme sleepiness that can leads to coma, general bodily discomfort, heart problems, heavy perspiration, kidney problems, limp muscles, liver failure, low blood pressure, nausea, slow heartbeat, and vomiting. In case of Hy-Phen overdose, seek emergency medical attention right away.